Out back, the Endorphin uses Fox’s new CTD shock, which supplants the RP23. The new shock features three modes—climb, trail, descend.

Wondering what’s up with the linkage? Knolly’s patented Four by 4 linkage separates axle path from spring rate, allowing each to be independently tuned to suit the needs of each model. Company owner and frame designer Noel Buckley places a premium on suspension performance under pedaling and braking, lateral stiffness, and low-maintenance.

The Endorphin is ripe with current “standards” and thoughtful touches: the frame uses a 142×12 rear end, ISCG tabs for a chain guide, dropper post routing along the underside of the top tube, and artfully machined CNC hardware.

The highlighter yellow bike pictured weighs in at 26-pounds.

Endorphin Specs:

Head Angle: 67 degrees

Seat Tube Angle: 73.5 degrees

Bottom Bracket Height: 13.4 inches

Chainstay Length: 16.7 inches

Frame Weight: 6.55 pounds (raw frame)

Look for more new stuff from Knolly in the coming year: new bikes, and new wheel sizes…